Arian Heirati
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Project manager with plus five years of experience in planning and leading teams to successfully meet project deliverables. Expertise in budget management and enhancing overall profitability. Extensive hands-on experience collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders, including clients, consultants, and contractors, providing practical insights to drive commercial objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manger
Solico Metal-Structural Steel
Calgary, Alberta
06.2025 - Current
- Led installation operations and overall project execution for one of the City of Calgary’s largest Fieldhouse projects, overseeing the installation of complex and wide-span joists up to 254 feet and weighing 60,000 lbs each.
- Managed the installation of steel structures for over 20 CRU buildings, overseeing projects valued at more than $10 million while ensuring adherence to schedule and budget.
- Managed over 40 change orders and directives, contributing to $1 million in additional revenue for the company.
- Collaborated directly with leading Alberta general contractors, including CANA, Keller, Anthem, Anjinov, Elan, and Scott Builders, to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented standardized work procedures for pre-installation surveys, site acceptance prior to material mobilization, post-installation inspections, and deficiency-free project closeout, ensuring DOD compliance for holdback release.
- Collaborated with installation, crane operations, and engineering teams to develop and implement precise erection and critical lift plans for irregular joist spans and configurations.
Project Coordinator
Solico Metal-Structural Steel
Calgary, Alberta
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed tracking of project operations and scope of work (SOW), proactively identifying deviations, communicating impacts to clients, and preparing change orders and change directives.
- Attended all multi-trade coordination meetings, serving as the primary liaison between the client and internal departments including Design, Estimation, Fabrication, Quality Control, and Logistics, ensuring clear communication and alignment across all project stakeholders.
- Coordinated and verified all subcontractor pre-installation requirements prior to site mobilization, including safety documentation, required hardware, shims, and materials, ensuring readiness and compliance with project standards.
- Monitored and tracked IFA, BFA, and IFF drawings to support schedule control, ensuring timely project delivery within established deadlines.
- Reviewed shop, IFC, and IFT drawings to identify discrepancies, preventing scope creep and capturing out-of-scope or additional work items.
- Oversaw material deliveries, inventory, and logistics to prevent site disruptions and delays.
- Oversaw installation and coordinated activities for multiple steel structure projects across Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario.
- Conducted site measurements and field verifications to ensure existing conditions aligned with IFF drawings prior to releasing materials for fabrication.
Service and Maintenance Inspector
Atlas - Apex Industrial Roofing Inc.
Calgary, Alberta
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Inspected roof integration status on over 35 Canadian Tire branches across Alberta and British Columbia (Fort St. John, Fort McMurray, Grand Prairie, High Level etc.,) and contributed to over $1M income for the company.
- Identified and reported shortcomings and issues, highlighted potential failures, and proposed solutions for rehabilitation of existing systems.
- Assisted project manager/superintendent with estimation, material take-offs, and supply requirements for repairs, maintenance, and new construction.
- Managed completion of safety documentation for COR certification.
- Active member of Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC), contributing to the pursuit of COR Certification in Alberta.
- Building and maintaining professional relationships with customers and clients.
Associate Project Manager - TelecommunicationTowers Installation
Access Endless Communication (AEC) Inc.
Tehran
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Directed a team of 4 subcontractors in charge of installing 8 antenna towers aimed at improving regional network coverage, comprising 6 ground and 2 rooftop towers, budgeted for $300k which was delivered within profit margin of 20 percent.
- Enhanced project safety through structured safety measures, contributing to a 50% improvement in overall safe environment.
- Recruited subcontractors, implemented HSE and safety procedures, prepared RFP requirements, managed scope creep, and provided progress updates.
- Submitted purchase order requisitions for approval, conducted material take-offs, ensured quality control, managed documentation, and estimated costs and scheduling timelines.
- Facilitated virtual and in-person meetings to strengthen stakeholder engagement and promote an integrated approach among all parties.
Associate Project Manager
Kanlan Design and Build Group
Tehran
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Managed project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints and achieved a 10% cost-saving through strategic expense control.
- Estimated project expenses by meticulously budgeting for staffing, resources, and equipment, achieving a precise cost estimation accuracy of 90 percent.
- Collaborated with project manager to strategize and coordinate diverse projects with budgets of $1M to $4M.
- Scheduled and assigned project tasks to team members, ensuring clear communication of deadlines.
- Fast tracked project activities to maintain a healthy Critical Path Method (CPM) and avoid missing deadlines and milestones.
- Generated weekly progress reports for project manager using Earned Value (EV) to evaluate project performance.
Project Coordinator
Platform Design and Build Group
Tehran
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Assisted in planning and executing high-rise residential building, contributing to 5% increase in overall project success rate.
- Implemented project management tools, resulting in 20% team efficiency.
- Developed and maintained project documentation reducing errors by 30% during project execution.
- Coordinated inventory delivery schedules to ensure timely project progression.
- Identified and mitigated potential risks to enhance project stability.
- Implemented safety procedures and conducted site administration activities.
Education
Ph.D - Construction Management
Civil Engineering
01-2022
Skills
- Project planning
- Scope management
- Cost estimation
- Change order management
- Contract negotiation
- Construction oversight
- Safety compliance
Professional Certificates And Tickets
- PMI-ACP, 2026
- Project Manager Professional (PMP), 2022
Highlights Of Qualification
- Strong negotiation and communication skills, with proven ability to liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Extensive knowledge of steel structure codes, regulations, and detail design principles.
- Demonstrated expertise in safety compliance and commercially aware decision-making.
- Proficient in project scheduling, time management, budgeting, and cost control.
- Advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experienced with project management tools including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Power BI
Timeline
Project Manger
Solico Metal-Structural Steel
06.2025 - Current
Project Coordinator
Solico Metal-Structural Steel
08.2024 - 06.2025
Service and Maintenance Inspector
Atlas - Apex Industrial Roofing Inc.
03.2023 - 07.2024
Associate Project Manager - TelecommunicationTowers Installation
Access Endless Communication (AEC) Inc.
05.2021 - 01.2022
Associate Project Manager
Kanlan Design and Build Group
08.2018 - 04.2021
Project Coordinator
Platform Design and Build Group
03.2016 - 08.2018
Ph.D - Construction Management
Civil Engineering